Benchmark Assignment
Access and read the “Non-Traditional Family Case Study” to complete the essay assignment.
Citing three to five scholarly sources, address the prompts in an essay of 750-1,000 words:
- Explain the family structure described in the case study.
- Decribe the unique challenges this family faces.
- Explain the differences and similarities between Lorraine’s cultural background and the current family culture she is in.
- How can Lorraine, Mike and John help build resiliency in Charlie and the twins to ensure their overall health and function in society?
- Lastly, imagine you are the mental health worker assigned to assist this nontraditional family system. Use the SAMHSA website to recommend two resources (parenting classes, resources for military families, etc.) this family could use to help the children cope with the family situation. Describe the resources and defend why they are beneficial to this family.
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